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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 x64 Processeur : Intel Pentium E2180 (2 * 2000) or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce 7600 GT (256 MB) DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 x64 Processeur : Intel Core i3-3240 (2 * 3400) or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce 8800 GTS (512 MB) Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible

Scarecrow: 90s Crime Story

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Released November 12, 2026
sample: 124 reviews posted after launch (27 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 124 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 96% positive vs 96% overall (133 recent reviews)
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Players are wrapping up the entire criminal saga in under ten hours and walking away completely hooked. The gritty narrative pulls nearly all the weight, driving a 96 percent approval rating across 124 post-release reviews.

What it's about: Scarecrow: 90s Crime Story mêle aventure narrative et action brutale en vue du dessus. Dans une ville gangrenée par le crime, où humains et animaux cohabitent, tu es un simple habitant le jour et un tueur à gages la nuit. Déterre les secrets de ton passé avant qu'il ne te rattrape.

In-game

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« Second furry hotline miami game before GTA VI »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 3 h played
« It reminds me of some other game, one that takes place in a different town. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 4 h played
« It's good. Action, visuals, music - everything looks really good. One kinda weak point is dialogues but it doesn't take away from the game. Nice indie game for an evening or two. Fast-paced so you won't get bored. I recommend. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 0 h played
« Excellent. Good music, dynamic gameplay, and even a seemingly engaging plot. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 2 h played
« First impression — very good top-down shooter, good soundtrack. I continue to observe 😎 »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 2 h played
« A decent game. I love this genre. We’re painting the corridors with blood. Triple shots with a shotgun. You don’t have to conserve ammo. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 12 h played
« I love the snowy streets, old buildings and the feeling of a small town in the 90s. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 2 h played

In players' words

« Second furry hotline miami game before GTA VI »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 3 h played
« First impression — very good top-down shooter, good soundtrack. I continue to observe 😎 »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 2 h played
« It reminds me of some other game, one that takes place in a different town. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 4 h played
« A decent game. I love this genre. We’re painting the corridors with blood. Triple shots with a shotgun. You don’t have to conserve ammo. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 12 h played
« It's good. Action, visuals, music - everything looks really good. One kinda weak point is dialogues but it doesn't take away from the game. Nice indie game for an evening or two. Fast-paced so you won't get bored. I recommend. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 0 h played
« I love the snowy streets, old buildings and the feeling of a small town in the 90s. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 2 h played
« Excellent. Good music, dynamic gameplay, and even a seemingly engaging plot. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2026 · 2 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=18
Gameplay
92 % pos · n=12
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=3
Value for money
50 % pos · n=2
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing181800
Gameplay121101
Graphics / art3300
Value for money2101
Audio / music1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 4.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 42 min.

🪤 80 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
82 % (n=22)
2-10h
99 % (n=99)
10-25h
100 % (n=3)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,2 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 40 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 8,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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LIVE d0ceeent35 3 viewers · RU — Доцент в 90-х: проходим Scarecrow вместе с чатом | Эксперимент № 1LIVE BluKaw 3 viewers · EN — Guns and Blood —SCARECROW!

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Strengths

  • The 90s narrative completely captivates the audience with 18 positive mentions out of 18.
  • Overall reception since launch sits at a very strong 96 percent positive out of 124 reviews.
  • Core gameplay delivers for the vast majority, registering 11 positive mentions out of 12.
  • Atmosphere and characters dominate the discussion with 18 and 11 keyword frequency counts respectively.

Weaknesses

  • Quick completion times leave some wanting more, with 22 players reviewing the game under two hours of playtime.
  • Pricing draws slight hesitation, showing 1 negative mention out of 2 total price comments.

Who is it for?

Action and adventure fans looking for a tight, story-driven crime thriller that can be finished in a single weekend.

Is Scarecrow: 90s Crime Story worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 124 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: The 90s narrative completely captivates the audience. Current price: 9,19€ (20% off).

Verdict

Scarecrow: 90s Crime Story succeeds by leaning into its atmospheric setting and memorable cast without overstaying its welcome. With 96 percent of post-release buyers endorsing the title, it stands out as a focused indie journey well worth the runtime.

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Most frequent keywords

atmosphere (18)characters (11)action (6)exploration (2)indie (1)shooting (1)

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